Israel's Gaza Pause Criticized Amid Worsening Famine

The Israeli military has implemented a daily 10-hour 'tactical pause' in military operations in Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, and Muwasi to facilitate humanitarian aid, with secure corridors and resumed aid airdrops amid worsening famine risks. Aid agencies highlight alarming malnutrition rates, especially among children, and report that over 1,000 people have been killed attempting to access food. Despite the pause, Israeli forces continue operations against Hamas in other areas of Gaza. UN officials have called the hunger crisis 'manmade' and are urging Israel to lift the blockade for more effective aid delivery. Israeli authorities also intercepted an activist-led aid flotilla, drawing international criticism and accusations of breaches of international law. Humanitarian groups question whether limited pauses are sufficient, stressing the need for comprehensive and safe aid access.